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Lupins, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Kidney-friendlyLupins is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Phosphorus is highest (13%), all below 15% of limits.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus128 mg13%
Low
Sodium4 mg<1%
Low
Potassium245 mg12%
Low

About this food

Lupins sits in the Legumes & Nuts group. Legumes and nuts are typically high in both phosphorus and potassium, so they need care. Plant phosphorus absorbs at a lower rate (30-50%), so the real load is smaller than the numbers suggest.

Nutrient insight

Lupins's phosphorus (13%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein15.6 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber2.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Cook legumes and discard the water to lower some minerals; keep nuts to a small handful.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lupins safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Lupins falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Phosphorus (13%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Lupins rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 128 mg, 13% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Lupins is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Lupins?

On a per-100 g basis, Lupins contains Phosphorus 128 mg, or 13% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Lupins safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Lupins falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 245 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Lupins compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Measured against other Legumes & Nuts foods, Lupins is less in Phosphorus (128 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.